Nonscarring alopecia associated with vitamin D deficiency

Cutis. 2018 Jul;102(1):53-55.

Abstract

Vitamin D is well known for its role in bone health and immune regulation, playing a role in cell differentiation, proliferation, and apoptosis. Vitamin D deficiency also has been associated with various forms of nonscarring hair loss. We describe a notable case of nonscarring alopecia associated with only vitamin D deficiency in which vitamin D replacement therapy helped promote hair regrowth. We also discuss diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of vitamin D deficiency.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Alopecia / diagnosis*
  • Alopecia / etiology
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Dietary Supplements
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Vitamin D / administration & dosage*
  • Vitamin D Deficiency / blood
  • Vitamin D Deficiency / complications
  • Vitamin D Deficiency / diagnosis*

Substances

  • Vitamin D